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HHS Grad Trains With Troops In Norway
Minnesota has a long-standing training partnership with the nation of Norway for winter survival training for MN National Guard Troops, and this year is no exception. MSgt Dan Kennedy, a 2005 HHS grad is on the 50th anniversary trip to Norway and carries a special connection to the program. Click here for audio MSgt …
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Craig Suffers Assault
The Associated Press is reporting that U.S. Rep. Angie Craig was assaulted Thursday morning in the elevator of her Washington, D. C. apartment building, according to her office, which said the attack does not appear to be political. The incident occurred around 7:15 AM at Craig’s residence, a news release from her office said. Craig …
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RAIDER GIRLS HOCKEY GIVES BRILLIANT PERFORMANCE, BUT COMES UP SHORT IN SECTION QUARTERS
The Hastings Raiders Girls Hockey team went into their section quarterfinal game with top seeded Apple Valley optimistic that they could get the win and make it out of the first round in Coach Jim Joseph’s first season. Unfortunately for the Raiders, the start was the complete opposite of what they pictured. On the very …
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School Board Discusses “Explicit” Material
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The ISD 200 School Board held a work session on Wednesday evening that included continued discussion of availablility of so-called “explicit” materials through the school library. The Board heard from legal counsel in regards to book bans versus removing a title from the library. (SB John) Counsel went on to define “explicit” materials as works …
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Mayor Fasbender Delivers State Of City Address
Hastings Mayor Mary Fasbender delivered her annual “State of the City” address on Wednesday afternoon at the Hastings Public House at the Hastings Golf Course. Approximately 100 people were in attendance to hear the Mayor’s presentation, along with a “State of ISD 200” presentation by Superintendent Dr. Robert McDowell. Dr. McDowell began the presentation with …
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ISD 200 Strike Update
ISD 200 reported to District families on Tuesday that the first school day during the Food Service strike ended without significant disruption. District leadership thanked students and families for their patience and understanding as the District works through this situation. According to an email sent to families, the District communicated its last, best, and final …
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PSD Welcomes New Teacher
The Prescott School District is proud to introduce Helena Yanish as the District’s newest Special Education Teacher. According to the District, Helena graduated from UW-Oshkosh and has experience in work with non profit organizations who assist people with disabilities find work. Developing an interest in this field, she became a paraprofessional and an interventionist while …
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Hastings Declares “Black History Month”
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The Hastings City Council used the first meeting of February to recognize the contributions and sacrifices African Americans have made and endured throughout the history of Hastings by reading a Proclamation declaring February as “Black History Month” in Hastings. Mayor Mary Fasbender. Click here for audio Complete audio of the Proclamation is available on …
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Hastings Council Awards HVAC Contract For City Hall
The Hastings City Hall will soon get a much-needed upgrade to the aging HVAC system that heats and cools the building. At Monday evening’s City Council meeting, Community Development Director John Hinzman briefed the Council on the bidding process for the renovations. Click here for audio The Council unanimously approved the contract, and work …
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Dakota County 911Board Names New Director
Dakota County recently welcomed a new Executive Director to the Dakota 911 Board, and Hastings City Councilmember Jen Fox, who sits on that board, made an official welcome at Monday evening’s City Council meeting. Click here for audio Learn more about Dakota 911 on their website. Click here for audio
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